An
abbreviated offering of attractions is listed
below, for a more comprehensive listing, visit
http://www.visitdetroit.com
Check out the largest underwater polar bear exhibit
at the Detroit Zoo, just outside of Detroit in
downtown Royal Oak. It was one of the first zoo's
to not have their animals in cages but are separated
by large moats!
April-Sept. It’s a whole new ballgame at
Comerica Park with the recent signing of 10-time
All Star catcher and World Series hero Ivan “Pudge”
Rodriguez. Game tickets, group rates, package
deals and more available through Ticketmaster
or at (248) 25-TIGER.
The fifth-largest fine arts museum in the country,
offering over 100 galleries with art from ancient
to modern times. Among the DIA’s renowned
works are French Impressionist, German Expressionist,
American and Flemish paintings.
Accessible by a bridge at the foot of East Grand
Boulevard, this 1,000-acre island park features
a zoo, aquarium, conservatory, Great Lakes museum
and plenty of room to hike, barbecue, watch boats,
bicycle and more. Original landscaping by the
Dean of American landscape architects, Frederick
Law Olmstead. Daily 6am-10pm.
Detroit, MI 48207
Phone: 313-852-4078
Fax: 313-852-4074
The Henry Ford brings the American historical
experience to life. See JFK’s limo, Rosa
Parks’ bus and thousands of uniquely American
innovations at the museum. Greenfield Village
features 90 historic buildings, period presenters
and artisans. IMAX theater open daily. Ford Rouge
factory tour begins spring 2004. Hours of Operation:
Open seven days a week 9:30 am-5 pm. Closed Thanksgiving
and Christmas Days. Extended evening hours in
Greenfield Village, Jun. 18-Aug. 21, Fri.-Sat.
until 9 pm.
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Automotive Hall of Fame is a museum for the worldwide
motor vehicle industry. Activities include applying
for a job and safety and power demonstrations.
Other highlights include an exhibit featuring
Andy Granatelli, Richard Petty and Carroll Shelby
and a store. Daily 10-5. Nov. - April closed Mondays
Closed some holidays. $6.00 adults, $5 seniors
(62 and over) $3.00 ages 5-12. Under 5 free; Tour
groups of 15 or more $4. Free Field trips for
school groups! The Automotive Hall of Fame is
the public program and exhibition center for the
worldwide motor vehicle industry.
Tour the family home of automotive pioneer Henry
Ford and his wife, Clara, in Dearborn. Explore
the fascinating riverside Powerhouse, including
Mr. Ford’s personal garage and cars. See
giant generators placed by Henry Ford and Thomas
Edison which still generate electricity today.
Travel the underground tunnel to the 56 room stone
mansion built in 1915, appointed with elaborate
carved woodwork and many personal artifacts. Enjoy
a guided tour and acres of Jens Jensen landscaped
grounds and waterscapes. Unique gifts available
in the Estate Shop. Banquet and conference facilities.
Lunch served daily in the Pool Restaurant. MC,
V. Tours: Sun. 1-4:30p.m. every half hour year-round
Mon.-Fri. 1:30 p.m. during Jan.-March; Mon.-Sat..
10a.m.- 11a.m., 1p.m., 2p.m. and 3p.m. during
April-Dec.
People call Greektown Detroit’s entertainment
center. It’s the liveliest place downtown.
Monroe Street is packed with authentic Greek,
American and ethnic restaurants, boutiques, nightclubs
and more. Historic sites, hotel and banquet facilities
and casino gaming add to the mix "Opa!."
Long known as "Hitsville USA," the museum
is home of the world-famous Studio A, where the
Temptations, Marvin Gaye and countless others
recorded with the Funk Brothers. Group rates available
for 20 or more visitors. Hours of Operation: Closed
Sun.-Mon., Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Credit cards
accepted: Master Card, Visa
The Detroit Historical Museum in Downtown allows
visitors the chance to tour the scope of the city’s
history, from Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac’s
landing on the banks of the Detroit River through
the city’s emergence as an industrial capital.
In the museum it is possible to walk through the
streets of Old Detroit and explore 19th-century
shops. Visitors can also find out about Detroit’s
role in the ‘underground railroad’
that helped slaves escape from the South. The
interactive Glancy Trains toy train exhibit delights
young and old. Hours of Operation: Tue.-Fri. 9:30
a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5
p.m.
Ann Arbor, located just 40 miles west of Detroit,
is the home to the University
of Michigan, one of the country’s top
universities. The city and surroundings has a
great deal to offer visitors in the form of historic
and cultural attractions. Ann Arbor’s downtown
area is extremely vibrant with never a dull moment,
from live music shows to a plethora of libraries,
galleries and museums, restaurants offering everything
from romantic dinners to café society,
some of the country’s best bookstores and
often a street party.
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